Hindustan Unilever Limited announced the outcome of its Board meeting held on 30th April 2026, where directors approved the annual accounts for FY26 and recommended a final dividend of Rs 22 per share. The company delivered consolidated turnover of Rs 63,763 crores for the financial year ended 31st March 2026, representing 5% growth from Rs 60,573 crores in the previous year.

Board Meeting Outcomes and Financial Approvals

The Board meeting, which commenced at 09:00 A.M. (IST) and concluded discussions on financial matters at 10:04 A.M. (IST), approved several key resolutions. The consolidated Profit before tax stood at Rs 13,812 crores compared to Rs 14,428 crores in the corresponding previous year. Depreciation and amortization for the year from continuing operations was Rs 1,333 crores against Rs 1,253 crores in the corresponding year on a consolidated basis.

Dividend Recommendation and Record Date

The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs 22 per share for the financial year ended 31st March 2026 on Equity Shares of Re. 1/- each. The company had earlier paid an interim dividend of Rs 19 per share on 20th November 2025. The total dividend for the period amounts to Rs 41 per Equity Share of face value of Re. 1/- each. The record date for determining shareholder entitlement for the final dividend has been fixed as Tuesday, 23rd June 2026.

Audit and Compliance Framework

The company's auditors, M/s. Walker Chandiok & Co. LLP, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 001076N/N500013), issued unmodified audit reports for both Standalone and Consolidated Financial Statements. The reports were prepared under the Companies Act, 2013 and Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results under Listing Regulations for the financial year ended 31st March 2026. Exceptional Items for the financial year amounted to a loss of Rs 235 crores compared to a gain of Rs 347 crores in the corresponding previous year at consolidated level.

Regulatory Compliance and Documentation

Pursuant to Regulation 30 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the company submitted comprehensive documentation to BSE Limited and National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. The submission included audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results along with Auditor's Reports and Investor Presentation on the financial results. Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Radhika Shah (Membership No: A19308) signed the regulatory filings, ensuring full compliance with listing obligations.

Hindustan Unilever Limited's Board of Directors has approved the scheduling of the company's 93rd Annual General Meeting, marking another milestone in the consumer goods giant's corporate governance calendar. The decision was taken during a Board meeting held on April 30, 2026, in compliance with regulatory disclosure requirements.

AGM Schedule and Key Dates

The Board has set specific dates for the upcoming Annual General Meeting proceedings, ensuring adequate time for shareholder preparation and participation.

Regulatory Compliance

The announcement was made pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. This regulation mandates timely disclosure of material events and information that could impact investor decisions. The cut-off date of June 23, 2026, will determine the eligibility of shareholders to attend and participate in the AGM proceedings.

Corporate Governance Framework

The scheduling of the 93rd AGM demonstrates Hindustan Unilever Limited's commitment to maintaining transparent corporate governance practices. The seven-day gap between the cut-off date and the actual AGM provides shareholders with adequate notice and preparation time. Company Secretary and Compliance Officer Radhika Shah, with membership number A19308, signed the regulatory filing, ensuring proper documentation and compliance protocols were followed.

The Board meeting's efficient conduct, lasting approximately one hour and twenty-one minutes, reflects the company's structured approach to decision-making and governance processes. This AGM will provide shareholders with the opportunity to review the company's performance and participate in key corporate decisions for the fiscal year.